Star sapphires exhibit a special optical phenomenon called asterism.
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The term star sapphire encompasses all colors of star corundum except red which is called star ruby.
Purple sapphire properties purple sapphire is from the corundum variety which is an aluminum oxide mineral.
Star sapphire is one of the most durable materials and can be worn daily in just about any gemstone jewelry application including daily wear rings earrings necklaces bracelets pendants pins and brooches.
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Find out the characteristics and features making star sapphires unique and rare.
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Its color ranges from light amethyst to lavender to deep.
The presence of vanadium is what gives it its purple color.
Star sapphires contain unusual tiny needle like inclusions.
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A black star sapphire supports a masculine image best.
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Learn about asterism an optical phenomenon displayed by these one of a kind gems why a perfect star sapphire should be a concern how critical the cut of a star sapphire is and where 2020 trends see star sapphires.
What are some of the properties of star sapphire gemstones.
Star corundum can be red pink blue black gray brown purple or yellow practically every color under the sun.
Star sapphire is ideal for jewelry that is exposed to direct light such as cabochon rings.
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Naturally some colors of star corundum are valued more highly than others.
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The most common star pattern is a 6 rayed star although star sapphires with 4 rays and 12 rays have been found.